On the other hand, making derogatory jokes about people that are not present is very different and can be offensive.įor example, when Australian cricketer Dennis Lillee greeted Queen Elizabeth with the words “G-day, how ya goin?” he was simply giving her a friendly greeting and treating her as an equal. The best response is to tease them right back with a smile. If an Australian is teasing you while you are present, this is a sign that you are accepted and liked. Don’t be surprised when someone calls a spade a spade, when you perhaps might have used more tact.Īlso, do not be offended if your Australian friends start ribbing you and making fun of you in person. However, since Australians are difficult to offend they are also not sensitive in causing offence to others – which can make them appear overly blunt and rude to others. A sense of humour is important in Australia and friends are not afraid to playfully tease each other. The good news is that Australians are a generally friendly and laid back people and they are not easily offended. Let’s take a look into Australian culture so that you can learn a little more before you make your move. Not being aware of social norms can lead to accidently committing a faux pas and offending your new friends and neighbours.
If you are emigrating to Australia, it is important to understand the culture so that you can integrate yourself smoothly into your new home.
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